{"product_id":"crio-bru-brewable-cacao-starter-kit-2-10oz-bags-34oz-french-press-coffee-style-dark-chocolate-brew-99-99-caffeine-free","title":"Crio Bru Brewable Cacao Starter Kit — 2×10oz Bags + 34oz French Press, Coffee-Style Dark Chocolate Brew, 99.99% Caffeine-Free","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrio Bru Welcome Starter Kit is a brewable cacao set with two 10oz roasted ground–cacao bags and a 34oz French press for a coffee-like beverage that tastes like unsweetened dark chocolate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover an alternative to coffee and herbal tea that brews and smells like a roast yet delivers the rich, chocolate-forward profile of pure cacao. This starter kit pairs Ghana French Roast and Nicaragua Medium Roast ground cacao with a dedicated 34oz French press so you can steep, press, and serve hot or iced. The product is 99.99% caffeine-free by formulation, offering a milder, steady lift compared with traditional coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this kit reproduce a coffee-like brewing experience?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrio Bru ground cacao is roasted, ground, and prepared to be brewed just like coffee grounds, so familiar brewing tools produce a chocolate-forward infusion. Use the included French press or any standard coffee maker to steep the grounds and press or filter them out before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a 34oz Crio Bru French press sized for multiple cups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 10oz bags: Ghana French Roast for bolder notes, Nicaragua Medium Roast for a lighter profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGround cacao texture mimics coffee grounds for compatible brewing methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduces a dark, unsweetened chocolate aroma and flavor without coffee beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will it taste and smell like when brewed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an aroma and flavor that echo pure dark chocolate rather than coffee bean bitterness. The Ghana French Roast yields deeper roast and cacao intensity, while the Nicaragua Medium Roast offers milder, more nuanced chocolate notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoasted cacao provides chocolate aroma that fills the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo added sweeteners—flavor is true, unsweetened dark chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDifferent roasts let you choose between bold and mellow chocolate tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good substitute if I want less caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes: Crio Bru ground cacao is 99.99% caffeine-free, providing a gentler, often longer-lasting lift than high-caffeine coffee. Many users prefer it in the afternoon or evening to avoid the sharper stimulant effect of coffee while keeping a warm brewed beverage ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e99.99% caffeine-free ground cacao for a milder effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for people seeking a low-caffeine brewed alternative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks hot or iced to fit your daily routine without high caffeine spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I use the kit to make hot or iced drinks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep two to four tablespoons of ground cacao per 8–12 ounces of hot water in the French press for 3–5 minutes, then press and serve. For iced drinks, brew hot, let cool slightly, pour over ice, and add milk or sweetener as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse French press method: steep then press for a clear, chocolatey brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMake iced cacao by brewing hot and chilling over ice for a clean finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with dairy or plant milks, syrups, or spices for custom flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The Crio Bru Welcome Starter Kit suits coffee lovers curious about a chocolate-forward brewed alternative, people reducing caffeine intake, and anyone who enjoys versatile hot or cold beverages with pure, unsweetened dark chocolate aroma. It’s ideal for home brewers who want a plug-and-play set: two distinctive roasts plus a large French press to begin experimenting immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I brew Crio Bru in my regular coffee maker?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Crio Bru ground cacao can be used in French presses and most drip coffee makers; follow normal brewing amounts and filter as you would with coffee grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much caffeine is in Crio Bru brewed cacao?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Crio Bru ground cacao is 99.99% caffeine-free, providing a much milder stimulant effect than standard coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Crio Bru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46001865916499,"sku":"B07GHZ6X43","price":166.33,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/crio-bru-front-packaging-starter-kit.jpg?v=1787175429","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/crio-bru-brewable-cacao-starter-kit-2-10oz-bags-34oz-french-press-coffee-style-dark-chocolate-brew-99-99-caffeine-free","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}